About this opportunity
Steampunk, Inc. lists this Front End Developer opportunity in mclean, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
As a Front-End Developer, you will collaborate with designers, product owners, and back-end developers to deliver intuitive, high-performance, and accessible web applications. We are looking for candidates with 3-5 years of experience building modern front-end solutions within Agile and DevSecOps environments. You will play a key role in shaping user experiences and implementing scalable, secure, and maintainable front-end architecture.
Contributions
Design, develop, and optimize front-end components and web interfaces using React/TypeScript (or similar modern frameworks).
Collaborate with UX/UI designers to translate wireframes and design mockups into responsive, accessible, and mobile-friendly web applications.
Integrate front-end components with APIs and microservices to ensure seamless end-to-end functionality.
Participate in Agile ceremonies, code reviews, and continuous integration processes.
Implement automated testing frameworks for unit and component testing (e.g., Jest, Cypress).
Troubleshoot performance, accessibility, and cross-browser compatibility issues.
Support build/release management and continuous deployment practices using CI/CD pipelines.
Provide documentation for front-end components, shared libraries, and usage guidelines.
Mentor junior developers and contribute to improving front-end development standards and best practices.
Present UI solutions and interactive demos to stakeholders.
Implement solutions and provide continuous improvement recommendations
Qualifications
Must be able to obtain Public Trust
Master's degree and 1 year of relevant experience; OR
Bachelor's degree and 3 years of relevant experience; OR
No degree and 8 years of relevant experience
Possesses at least one professional certification relevant to the technical service provided
3 years of experience with modern front-end development using React, TypeScript, or similar frameworks (e.g., Angular, Vue). Strong understanding of CSS architecture, modern JavaScript (ES6+), and state management tools (Redux, Zustand, etc.).
Experience developing accessible and performant web interfaces following WCAG and responsive design principles.
3 years of experience with CI/CD workflows using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or similar tools.
Experience with containerized development using Docker.
Proficiency with unit and integration testing frameworks.
Backend: Java, Spring Boot, Spring Security, JPA/Hibernate
Frontend: Angular and/or React
Database: SQL (PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server, or similar RDBMS)
API Design: RESTful services
Preferred
Experience supporting technical demonstrations or tech challenges
3+ years of application development in an Agile environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal and collaborative skills
Node.js, JavaScript/TypeScript
Observability: OpenTelemetry, CloudWatch, or Prometheus/Grafana
CI/CD: Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps
Cloud: AWS or Azure
About Steampunk
Steampunk relies on several factors to determine salary, including but not limited to geographic location, contractual requirements, education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience. The projected compensation range for this position is $85,000 to $170,000. The estimate displayed represents a typical annual salary range for this position. Annual salary is just one aspect of Steampunk’s total compensation package for employees. Learn more about additional Steampunk benefits here.
Identity Statement
As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Steampunk participates in the E-Verify program.
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Worksite address
mclean, VA, 22107, US
Who can apply
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